Tag: Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA)
Ekiti moves to tighten tobacco law, targets vapes, nicotine pouches
"I am glad we are discussing this menace," Omoya said. "We need to unmask whatever makes these products appealing. Why…
CAPPA applauds Senate’s SSB tax reform, urges reps to fast-track bill
The organisation called on the House of Representatives to act swiftly in concurring with the Senate and transmitting the bill…
May Day 2026: CAPPA decries inflation bite, weak social protection
Furthermore, CAPPA urged labour unions, civil society, and policymakers to use May Day as an opportunity to reassert the rights…
2027: Credible polls or deeper crisis, CAPPA warns
The board also expressed grave concern over the deteriorating state of security across the country, pointing out that despite consistently…
CAPPA hails court victory for UI students punished over peaceful protest
According to the organisation, the judgment strongly affirms students’ constitutional rights to freedom of thought and expression, as guaranteed under…
CAPPA raises alarm over ‘devastating’ oil spill, ocean surge in Ondo community
“The economic base of Abereke is being rapidly eroded. Families are struggling to fish and their animals, including goats, sheep…
CAPPA raises alarm over surge in vapes, nicotine pouches
The warning came on Thursday in Lagos at the launch of a report titled New Smoke Trap: New and Emerging…
Festive marketing fuels Nigeria’s health crisis, CAPPA warns
“Nigeria must reclaim its public spaces, regulate its food environment, and place public health above corporate profit.”
Lagos Demolitions: CAPPA decries police crackdown, demands suspension of CP
CAPPA stated that the Commissioner of Police appeared to have taken personal offence at Soweto’s public criticism of the continued…
CAPPA decries deepening rights violations in Nigeria
The statement concluded by encouraging government, civil society and partners across sectors to pursue practical solutions that rebuild trust, close…
COP11: Global experts warn Nigeria, others – “keep big polluters out of treaty talks”
They urged governments attending COP11 and COP30 to strengthen conflict-of-interest rules, adopt and expand liability measures, ensure corporations cannot shape…
Nigeria not a dumping ground: Groups warn against tobacco industry’s new nicotine tactics
The statement noted that global evidence consistently shows that comprehensive tobacco control policies, not alternative product marketing, drive quitting rates…
We’ve lost a true people’s General – CAPPA pays tribute to Aremu
He often reminded us that water is not a product to be sold but a right that belongs to every…
Warning Alarm: One-third of Nigerian adults have high blood pressure
“We urge policymakers to put people before profits by adopting strong food and tobacco control measures. Protecting our hearts means…
Chevron’s Ilaje oil spill sparks outrage
According to the letter, affected areas have experienced extensive water pollution, the destruction of marine ecosystems, and long-term damage to…